The Crystal Palace manager, Howe, expressed his disappointment with the team’s performance, attributing it to a lack of match practice. Despite this, the team’s strong start and strategic play, guided by manager Glasner’s vision, set them on course for victory. Eze’s quick thinking and precise pass to Mateta led to the opening goal, showcasing Palace’s offensive prowess. The team dominated the game with solid shots on goal and effective defensive plays, frustrating Newcastle’s attempts to regain control.

As the game progressed, Palace continued to press forward, creating more scoring opportunities and maintaining their defensive strength. Newcastle’s efforts to overturn the tide of the game were thwarted, leading to Palace securing the win with a late goal from Mateta. Glasner expressed his satisfaction with the team’s performance, emphasizing the importance of building a winning mentality among the players. He also highlighted the team’s achievement of securing safety from relegation with four games to spare.

Overall, Palace displayed resilience and composure, ultimately securing a well-deserved win.